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Sync files between cloud services
With the FolderSync app you can get all your cloud services working nicely together
FolderSync is a great way to manage
uploading your files to a variety of different
cloud services. It gives you greater control
of how your files are moved around, and
thanks to support with task manager apps it
means you can set times to sync your content
with cloud services. You can easily set up
linked folders to exchange content between
your devices, and the easy-to-use UI means
you’re always on top of your various files and
services. This tutorial will show you how to
get started with the app, setting up your
accounts and using FolderSync (£1.95/$2.95)
to start taking control of your cloud services.
There’s a free version of the app too, so if
you’re unsure whether FolderSync is for
FolderSync Manage multiple services
you, we suggest you download that first.
It lacks some functionality, but it’s a good
introduction to how much easier things are
with the app installed. Upgrading unlocks
additional features. Once you’ve downloaded
the app from the Google Play store it’s time to
get started by logging in to all of your various
cloud accounts.
1: Set up accounts
First sign in to the cloud service of your
choice. Tap Accounts, then tap on the button
at the bottom of the screen. Name your folder,
then add in your login details and you’re good
to go. You will be able to add extra services
now or when you sign up to them in future.
2: Add more
You can now repeat the steps to add extra
accounts for the other services you use if you
want. Bear in mind that the free version only
lets you add two accounts though, so if you
want more than that you’re going to have to
pay for the full version of the app.
3: Link your folders
Now you can set up a folderpair. This will
let you share items easily between a local
folder on your device and a folder in the
selected cloud service. You’ll need to give it a
recognisable name, and select the folders in
both locations that you want to pair up.
4: Create local folder
It’s worth creating a unique local folder to
store all of your items in. Do this by tapping
the Add button when you’re selecting a
folder. Once you’ve named it, you’re ready
to pair it with the cloud. Head back to the
folderpair menu to complete the job.
5: Set up schedule
Now you can set when you want your
folderpair to sync together and which way.
Tap sync interval to choose how often the
sync should occur. Use the other options to
set how files should be handled. When you’re
happy, tap the disk in the top-right to save.
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